Of all the big decisions we make in our lifetimes, buying a house is arguably the most important. There is no other financial commitment which lasts as long or comes with such high stakes.

Whether you’re a first time home buyer or hunting for your third, the wealth of options and terms can be bewildering. First-time buyers can find the process particularly overwhelming without the right advice and support.

The temptation can be to let emotions rule and make choices based on impulse. However, even if the property market often looks inconsistent, it is directed by complex trends and patterns. Therefore, the best chance of success comes with the ability to analyze and assess situations.

In other words, you’ve got to weigh up the pros and cons of potential investments in a logical manner. Mortgage advisors and real estate consultants can help you with this but, ultimately, you are in the driving seat.

Fortunately, we’ve asked a group of property experts to come up with some practical tips for first time home buyers.

Our trusty panel consists of real estate agents, mortgage brokers, professional property flippers, long time landlords, and financial consultants. Basically, all of the people you could run into on your journey to a dream home.

So, keep reading to benefit from the advice of people who buy and manage properties for a living. If anybody knows how to uncover the big deals, it’s these guys.